Parts Cleaning &amp; Component Washing Specialists | MecWash Aqueous Cleaning &amp; Degreasing Parts Washers - Sub-contractingMecWashhttp://mecwash.co.uk/blog/
http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specificationBlogEngine.NET 2.0.0.36en-UShttp://mecwash.co.uk/blog/opml.axdhttp://www.dotnetblogengine.net/syndication.axdMy nameParts Cleaning &amp; Component Washing Specialists | MecWash Aqueous Cleaning &amp; Degreasing Parts Washers0.0000000.000000MecWash Solo delivers for leading contactor manufacturer<p><img style="float: right;" src="http://mecwash.co.uk/blog/image.axd?picture=2016%2f10%2fPic+three+blog.jpg" alt="" />When a Hampshire-based manufacturer of DC contactors and disconnect switches wanted to ensure its components met the highest quality of cleanliness standards it decided to install a MecWash aqueous-based cleaning machine so it could bring the majority of its cleaning systems in-house.</p>
<p>Albright International &ndash; a leading supplier of contactors and disconnect switches to industries as diverse as electric vehicles, telecommunication systems, welding machines, railway equipment and marine products &ndash; was sub-contracting some of its component cleaning processes but found this was having an adverse impact on the lead times it could offer customers.</p>
<p>Peter Lowry, senior supervisor at Albright International, said: &ldquo;Our previous regime involved all of the copper parts we use in our components being sent to a sub-contractor before the brazing process was carried out. Parts would go out for bright acid dipping to ensure that the surface of each one was completely clean and ready for brazing.</p>
<p>&ldquo;However, this process typically took two to three days to complete and also meant an added cost for each of the components which we wanted to reduce so we looked to MecWash who recommended one of their <a href="http://www.mecwash.co.uk/products/solo.aspx">Solo</a> aqueous cleaning systems.</p>
<p>&ldquo;Some machine brass parts also used to go for sub contract cleaning but since the introduction of the Solo machine we are now able to clean more than 90% of our parts in-house and this means we have made a substantial saving on the costs of cleaning.</p>
<p>&ldquo;Brazing relies on capillary action and this will only work properly if the surfaces of the metals are completely clean. Any oil and dirt residue remaining from the production process has the potential to significantly impact the efficiency of our products and could therefore adversely affect our reputation.</p>
<p>&ldquo;We are delighted with the solution MecWash proposed and the <a href="http://www.mecwash.co.uk/products/solo.aspx">Solo</a> has proved to be perfect for our needs and, more importantly, those of our customers,&rdquo; he added.</p>
<p>John Pattison, managing director of MecWash, explains: &ldquo;It is essential when making components that preservative oils, machining lubricants, metal swarf and chips are removed.</p>
<p>&ldquo;This is where our <a href="http://www.mecwash.co.uk/products/solo.aspx">Solo</a> machine is able to provide the precision cleaning needed by Albright&rsquo;s clients, ensuring the contactors and switches produced are fully clean and dry before the brazing process is then carried out.</p>
<p>&ldquo;We have already supplied more than 200 <a href="http://www.mecwash.co.uk/products/solo.aspx">Solo</a> machines to clients around the world and they prove particularly popular because they have a very compact footprint which saves valuable floor space, especially when customers want to complete all of their processes in one facility.</p>
<p>&ldquo;The <a href="http://www.mecwash.co.uk/products/solo.aspx">Solo</a> is also easy to use, having a centrally loaded, rotating drum within which components are subjected to programmable flood, spray washing and drying processes, making it ideal for in-house operations as it requires little training to operate. We are finding more customers are seeking such solutions to not only reduce their manufacturing time but also to ensure they have full control over the production times,&rdquo; he added. &nbsp;</p>
<p>Albright manufactures from its head office in the South of England and two wholly owned factories in China and Lithuania and has dedicated Sales Offices in China, France, Germany, Japan and the UK with further international distributors as well.</p>
<p>For further information about MecWash Systems Limited please visit <a href="http://www.mecwash.co.uk">www.mecwash.co.uk</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mecwash.co.uk"></a><strong>Pictured top is the MecWash Solo at the Albright factory and below are some of the manufcatured brass components after cleaning.&nbsp;</strong></p>
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http://mecwash.co.uk/blog/post/MecWash-Solo-delivers-for-leading-contactor-manufacturer.aspx#commenthttp://mecwash.co.uk/blog/post.aspx?id=6da0264e-e833-4ff1-a160-c09663da602aMon, 31 Oct 2016 09:58:00 +0100component cleaning specialistNewsRecent Case StudiesSub-contractingAdminhttp://mecwash.co.uk/blog/pingback.axdhttp://mecwash.co.uk/blog/post.aspx?id=6da0264e-e833-4ff1-a160-c09663da602a0http://mecwash.co.uk/blog/trackback.axd?id=6da0264e-e833-4ff1-a160-c09663da602ahttp://mecwash.co.uk/blog/post/MecWash-Solo-delivers-for-leading-contactor-manufacturer.aspx#commenthttp://mecwash.co.uk/blog/syndication.axd?post=6da0264e-e833-4ff1-a160-c09663da602aInvestment in new MecWash machine for Fylde CNC<p>Sub-contract precision CNC machining company, <a href="http://www.fylde-cnc.co.uk/" target="_blank">Fylde CNC Specialists Ltd</a>, has invested in a second MecWash parts washing system following more than ten years&rsquo; successful service from its first MecWash machine.</p>
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<p>The Preston based company initially purchased a MecWash Mini 300 in the 1990s to ensure the parts it manufactured met the high standards of cleanliness demanded by customers in the aerospace, automotive, medical and industrial sectors.<br /><br />Over a decade of service later, and as part of Fylde&rsquo;s programme of continual investment, the decision was taken to upgrade the wash system to ensure it could service the volume of parts made by the leading advanced manufacturer. <br /><br />The company opted for a <a href="http://www.mecwash.co.uk/products/duo.aspx" target="_blank">MecWash Duo 400</a> to replace the Mini to make sure it had the capability to clean larger volumes at the same continuously high standard.<br /><br /><strong>Fylde&rsquo;s Managing Director, David Norcross</strong> elaborates, &ldquo;Our policy is to continuously invest in the future so Fylde CNC stays one step ahead of the competition by providing the best quality precision engineered components.<br /><br />&ldquo;When the decision was taken to replace the MecWash Mini, it was a foregone conclusion that we would invest in another MecWash machine rather than trialling any other systems. The Mini has served us extremely well over the past ten years so we were confident that investing in a larger Duo machine&nbsp; would stand us in good stead as we continue to grow our business.&rdquo; <br /><br />Fylde CNC has a deserved reputation for manufacturing high quality components for some of the world&rsquo;s leading premium, luxury and performance automotive brands. The company is trusted by customers to manufacture precise and repeatable products to the highest industry standards, and this includes the cleaning and drying process.<br /><br />Providing all of the functionality of the Mini, the Duo offers features including flood / immersion washing which ensures full solution contact with all component surfaces, and a re-circulating heated spray rinse, which provides higher standards of surface finish by removing detergent residues left by the wash solution. <br /><br />The rinse stage can also be used to apply a longer term corrosion inhibitor for ferrous components and a hot air dry means all parts are finished to the high standards demanded by world leading brands.<br /><br />The MecWash Duo was purchased at the recent <a href="http://www.mecwash.co.uk/blog/post/MecWash-Systems-at-Northern-Manufacturing-Electronics-Stand-C37.aspx" target="_blank">Northern Manufacturing Show</a> which Fylde attended with the sole purpose of visiting MecWash to discuss its latest requirements. <br /><br /><strong>MecWash Managing Director, John Pattison</strong>, comments, &ldquo;We regularly receive orders from existing customers who, having experienced the levels of cleanliness delivered by our wash systems, are more than happy to place repeat orders when circumstances necessitate the need for new equipment. Whether this is through opening additional production facilities around the world, or simply because their existing system needs updating.<br /><br />&ldquo;Our customers recognise the long-term benefits of investing in quality equipment which is built to last, rather than trying to cut corners by purchasing cheaper systems which turn out to provide an inferior service.&rdquo;<br /><br />Fylde has recently invested &pound;1.2 million in new, larger premises, new CNC machining centres and <a href="http://www.fylde-cnc.co.uk/2015/04/20/fylde-cnc-invests-in-new-metrology-machinery/" target="_blank">metrology equipment</a>.<br /><br />Quality throughout all aspects of the business is imperative for <a href="http://www.fylde-cnc.co.uk/quality/" target="_blank">Fylde</a> &ndash; the Duo completely removes all traces of residue accumulated during the manufacturing process so Fylde&rsquo;s customers can be confident that their components are of the highest quality possible. <br /><br /><strong>David</strong> concludes, &ldquo;We are extremely proud to be recognised as a shining example of a modern UK advanced manufacturer. We invest in the best equipment available to ensure we offer customers the highest quality products - this approach has resulted in continued growth year on year and we have ambitious plans for the future.&rdquo;</p>http://mecwash.co.uk/blog/post/Investment-in-new-MecWash-machine-for-Fylde-CNC.aspx
http://mecwash.co.uk/blog/post/Investment-in-new-MecWash-machine-for-Fylde-CNC.aspx#commenthttp://mecwash.co.uk/blog/post.aspx?id=92564ba8-0fdc-4bfe-b0c6-3d6d09feee09Mon, 09 Nov 2015 11:07:00 +0100component cleaning specialistNewsRecent Case StudiesSub-contractingAutomotiveAerospaceMedicalAdminhttp://mecwash.co.uk/blog/pingback.axdhttp://mecwash.co.uk/blog/post.aspx?id=92564ba8-0fdc-4bfe-b0c6-3d6d09feee090http://mecwash.co.uk/blog/trackback.axd?id=92564ba8-0fdc-4bfe-b0c6-3d6d09feee09http://mecwash.co.uk/blog/post/Investment-in-new-MecWash-machine-for-Fylde-CNC.aspx#commenthttp://mecwash.co.uk/blog/syndication.axd?post=92564ba8-0fdc-4bfe-b0c6-3d6d09feee09MecWash proves the right partner for Sorin Group<p><a href="http://www.sorin.com/" target="_blank">Sorin Group</a> is a global medical device company and a leader in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases. Half of all cardiac surgery procedures in the world use Sorin Group&rsquo;s technologies such as heart lung machines, oxygenators and cardiac perfusion sets. During cardiac surgeries, surgeons utilise protective caps to cover tubing and connectors in medical operating rooms.&nbsp;A key step in the manufacturing of these plugs is the cleaning process. To streamline manufacturing, ensure the highest cleanliness standards, and optimise resource, Sorin has selected MecWash Systems&rsquo; aqueous cleaning systems.</p>
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<p>The size of PVC protective caps manufactured range from 1/8&rdquo; to 5/8&rdquo; ID to match the tubing and connectors commonly found in the operating theatre.&nbsp;These single-use products are used to protect intravenous and suction tubes, as well as other necessary products required during life-saving surgery.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Although protective caps are not used inside the body and are discarded after use, they are essential to protect the patients&rsquo; health and thus must meet very exacting cleanliness standards.&nbsp;Hence, it is crucial that these cap plugs are cleaned thoroughly prior to use.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Originally, Sorin Group had relied on outside firms to clean these caps, but volume and cost considerations persuaded Sorin to bring cleaning in-house.</p>
<p>Initially, ultrasonic dunk tanks were the most promising alternative solution. During the evaluation process, however, Sorin Group Senior Engineers found a detailed overview of the <a href="http://www.mecwash.co.uk/products/duo.aspx" target="_blank">MecWash Duo</a> aqueous cleaning system, after further inquiry, initial discussions between the two companies were positive. MecWash was familiar with the intricacies of washing plastics and vinyl.&nbsp;The MecWash flood, spray&nbsp;and rinse process has historically performed well on similar plastic and vinyl product designs, so test-cleaning trials at MecWash Systems were scheduled.</p>
<p>The MecWash Duo not only met the United States Food &amp; Drug Administration&rsquo;s requirements for cleaning agents used in operating rooms, but also met Sorin&rsquo;s rigorous cleanliness standards. When considering which cleaning solution could be used in the MecWash Duo, previous dunk tank testing by Sorin was put into consideration. Having previously unveiled a Brulin chemical that met cytotoxicity test requirements, the Brulin 1990GD solution became a favorable candidate by Sorin for use in the MecWash Duo.&nbsp;Brulin product 1990GD was elected for use in the Duo for its antifoaming qualities during the spray wash and rinse phase of the Duo&rsquo;s cleaning cycle.</p>
<p>Due to the success of the MecWash Duo and Brulin 1990GD together, Sorin Group purchased the Duo, which was installed in Sorin Group&rsquo;s Arvada, Colorado facility in October 2013. We believe Sorin Group&rsquo;s return on investment for bringing the cap cleaning process in-house will be made within the first year of operation.</p>http://mecwash.co.uk/blog/post/MecWash-proves-the-right-partner-for-Sorin-Group.aspx
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